1954 Buick 70 vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1962 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 75 kg more than 1954 Buick 70.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | 70 | DeVille |
Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 582 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 98.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3300 mm |